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This career requires a high level of certain physical abilities, such as physical strength, standing or walking, good eyesight, or good hearing   

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Butchers and Meat Cutters

Cut or prepare portions of meat to sell in stores.

Quick Facts

Wages:

 Below the statewide median
 $19.27 / hour    Read more about wages

Outlook:

 Shrinking
Growth rate:  -5.4%    Read more about outlook

Education:

 High School or less is typically required.

On the Job:

 Typical Work Tasks
  • Inspect food products.
  • Load items into ovens or furnaces.
  • Mark products, workpieces, or equipment with identifying information.
  • Confer with customers or designers to determine order specifications.
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Job Title Examples:

 Meat Manager
Meat Packer
Meat Trimmer

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